Goat Simulator

Open-world sandbox where a goat scores points for destruction

Coffee Stain Studios · Published by Coffee Stain Publishing · Released Apr 1, 2014

Reviews: Very Positive; 91% of 70K
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 93% of 120 in 30 days
Playing now: 45; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 10 years ago; Nov 13, 2015

What is Goat Simulator?

This physics-based sandbox puts you in control of a goat across open-world maps. You headbutt objects, perform stunts, and earn points for the destruction you cause.

For you if...

+you enjoy slapstick destruction and unpredictable physics
+you like open-ended play with points for stunts

Not for you if...

−you want a structured story instead of sandbox play
−you need varied activities to sustain longer sessions

What players say

91% of 70,281 reviews are positive · 93% of 120 in the last 30 days

Players praise the silly humor and freedom to cause chaos. Some say the novelty fades quickly, while others report trouble launching the game or crashes in the DLC.

Screenshots and trailer

Goat Simulator system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows Vista
Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual Core Processor
Graphics: Shader Model 3.0, 256 MB VRAM
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 2 GB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0c

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Achievements: 127
Steam features: Workshop, Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Verified

All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
Shows Steam Deck controller icons
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Full audio: English. Text only: French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Turkish.